Lower Digestive Tract, 2nd Edition, part 2 in the 3-book Digestive System volume, coversthe small bowel and colon, and
provides a concise and highly visual approach from normal anatomy and physiology through pathophysiology, diagnostics
and treatment . This book in The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations (the CIBA "Green Books") has been expanded
and revised to capture current perspectives in gastroenterology from the basic sciences to clinical pathology. It
features radiologic and pathologic images to supplement the classic Netter illustrations, as well as new illustrations.
This updated classic is ideal for students and health professionals seeking an easily accessible guide to the lower
digestive tract.
Key Features
뷛ain a rich, comprehensive overview of the lower digestive tract by seeing classic Netter illustrations side by side
with cutting-edge radiologic and endoscopic and laparoscopic images.
뷙xplore key topics in gastroenterology, including genetics of colon cancer, Celiac disease, and Crohn's disease.
뷨ee modern issues in digestive health and disease captured in the visually rich Netter artistic tradition via
contributions from artists working in the Netter style.
뷛et complete, integrated visual guidance on the small bowel and colon in a single source, from basic sciences and
normal anatomy and function through pathologic conditions.
뷓enefit from the knowledge of a team of renowned clinicians and scientists.
Author Information
By James C Reynolds, MD, June F. Klinghoffer Distinguished Professor and Chair, Drexel University College of Medicine,
Department of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA